2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
